Senior FP&A Manager - PE backed Media

Senior FP&A Manager | PE Backed Media Business | London Hybrid

£80,000 - £90,000 plus bonus and excellent benefits

We are working with a fast growing, private equity backed media business operating in a highly acquisitive and IP led environment. The business has a strong track record of value creation and is continuing to scale through strategic acquisitions and portfolio optimisation.

This is a newly created senior FP&A role offering full ownership of the planning and performance function, with significant exposure to private equity stakeholders, board level reporting, and M&A activity. The role would suit a commercially minded FP&A leader looking to step into a high impact position within a PE environment.

The Role:

• Full ownership of FP&A including financial planning, forecasting, performance management and internal reporting to founders and senior leadership

• Build and run the FP&A function, establishing robust processes, tools and reporting frameworks from the ground up

• Develop and maintain integrated three statement financial models and support optimisation of the chart of accounts for clear and consistent reporting

• Lead monthly and quarterly performance reviews, translating trial balance data into insightful management information

• Prepare and present quarterly board packs alongside the CFO and founders

• Act as the primary FP&A contact for private equity investors, delivering clear and concise updates on performance, capital structure and acquisitions

• Own ongoing performance monitoring of acquired assets, partnering closely with operational and commercial teams to identify risks and opportunities

• Support acquisition activity by preparing investment materials, working with banks and equity partners on funding, and integrating new assets into financial reporting and forecasting

The Candidate:

• ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualified accountant

• Strong FP&A experience within a PE backed, high growth or asset led business

• Comfortable operating with autonomy and building processes in a scaling environment

• Confident engaging with investors, board members and senior stakeholders

• Strong financial modelling and analytical capability with a commercial mindset

This role offers excellent exposure to private equity, strategic decision making and long term progression within a growing media platform